Meeting the Big Guy

Riley has had several opportunities to sit down and chat with Ole Saint Nick over the last few weeks.  He hasn't done the typical toddler crying/freakout episode when placed on his lap, but I wouldn't say that he's been overly thrilled with the idea either. As a matter of fact, I have had to sit on Santa's lap with Riley in my arms a few times so that he wasn't uncomfortable with the idea... whatever works, right?!

The first Santa Meeting was at Matt's work Christmas party.

After "WE" sat on Santa's lap, we headed to the photo booth to have some fun!

 Maxim throws such a fabulous family oriented party, and we all had a great time.

Santa encounter #2 was at my office.  

Riley got to see Santa twice that day, once with Mommy and once with his friends from school!

The third day of Santa fun was at Crystal's annual Santa Party.

We had lots of wonderful food (as I stuff my face, excuse me) and the boys had a great time playing together

Riley got to do a few crafts while we waited for Santa's big arrival

Aunty LaLa joined us since Matt was picking up his parents at the airport during the festivities.  Always a good time with LaLa!

We waited outside for Santa to arrive and sang Christmas Carols. Did you have a few too many Capri Suns Riley?

And he's here!! He arrived on a Fire Truck, so cool!

The kids gathered around to talk to Santa, and all listened to him so well. Where's Waldo?

It was Riley's turn on Santa's lap... I think he was ready to jump off as soon as he got on.

He was sweet enough to endure a few pictures.  I asked Riley, "do you want to tell Santa what you want for Christmas?"... he immediately said "no".  I guess that was too much to ask in the situation!

One last picture with Lala!

Merry Christmas Sawyer!! Big hugs!